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This book starts with fake dating but deals throughout with the concept of trust issues and with themes of grief. Well written I was engaged from start to finish to be honest. It does have adult content throughout so I would suggest 18+.
Not everything works out perfect so we do have self development and dealing with personal issues and also second chance romance towards the end.

Although it wasn’t a fave by any means certainly still a good book

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challenging emotional funny tense medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Fake dating, celebrity romance, age gap, AND unexpected depth and emotion? Sign me up.

How to Fake it in Hollywood really wasn't what I expected. It continued to surprise me the further I read into the book. The beginning was cute, flirty, and filled with angst. The middle was romantic, steamy, and filled with conflict. The end? Well, I don't want to spoil anything, but it definitely sent me on an emotional rollercoaster.

If you have any difficulty reading about alcoholism, you will want to avoid this book. It's a major theme and takes up a great deal of the story. I personally believe it's handled really well. There's nothing fluffy about it. There's a lot of depth and discussion that I haven't seen in many other books that handle the topic of addiction. I appreciated it a lot.

All of the characters have struggles, but they're ones you'll want to root for. Even the secondary characters are wonderful. If the author decides to write companion novels, you can be sure I'll be reading them!

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dark emotional hopeful slow-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

I’m late to the party oops. But thank you to the publisher for sending me a copy! All thoughts and opinions are my own.

While the cover gives off majorly cute romcom vibes, this book is so much more than that. How to Fake it in Hollywood is incredibly deep and emotional.

Ethan Atkins lost his best friend years ago, and ever since has been drowning his sorrows away from the public eye. His career has been nonexistent.

Grey Brooks has just finished her six season stint on the popular teen show, Poison Paradise, and is ready for a change of pace. Unfortunately nothing substantial has come her way.

When their mutual publicist recommends they meet, with the hopes of entering into a mutually beneficial (contractual) relationship, Ethan is mesmerized. Grey is not afraid to tell him exactly what she thinks of his rude behavior. Grey and Ethan have amazing chemistry off the bat, but can they let down their guard and begin to trust each other?

This book deals with alcoholism, emotional trauma, depression, and so many other topics. Please proceed with caution.

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3.75

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